David Mills

"When my healthy, 6'3" son, complained of feeling unwell the doctor said it was flu and prescribed antibiotics. But David's condition deteriorated and he died of meningococcal septicaemia in hospital.

"My beloved son, who had lifted me in his arms the night he took ill, wouldn't hold me anymore. My faith sustains me in my grief.'”

"I became a member of Meningitis Research Foundation to learn about this devastating disease. I support the work by selling Chrismas cards, pens and books and participating in sponsored walks and collections.”

"Nothing will bring David back, but my help may save others from heartache."

Kathleen Mills, Northern Ireland.